FEM English News, Jakarta – Jakarta Film Week (JFW) returns for its fifth edition with the theme REIGNITE, symbolizing renewed passion and collective energy in Indonesia’s vibrant film ecosystem. Held from October 22–26, 2025, the festival continues its mission to spotlight emerging talent, expand industry networks, and position Jakarta as a global cinema hub.

Hosted across iconic venues including CGV Grand Indonesia, FX Sudirman, Taman Ismail Marzuki, Hotel Mercure Cikini, and Galeri Indonesia Kaya, the festival also offers online screenings on VIDIO, making it accessible nationwide.

Growing Global Influence

Since its 2021 debut, JFW has grown exponentially:

Film submissions up by 55%

Audience attendance surged 250%, reaching 170,000+ viewers in 2024

Expanded participation from four continents, including Africa for the first time

Rano Karno, Vice Governor of Jakarta, emphasized the festival’s key role in Jakarta’s transformation into a Cinema City by 2027, strengthening the capital’s position as a City of Cinema.

Festival Highlights

Opening Film: The Fox King (2025), a Malaysia–Indonesia co-production starring Dian Sastrowardoyo, premiered at TIFF

Closing Film: Dopamine (2025) by Teddy Suryatmaja, starring Shenina Cinnamon and Angga Yunanda

Competition Programs:

Global Feature, Global Short, Global Animation

Direction Award – Indonesian features

Jakarta Film Fund – funding & mentorship for young Jakarta filmmakers

Jakarta Film Fund 2025 Selections:

Amelia, Amelia by Daphne (Rekata Studio)

Duka Cita by Fritz Widjaja (Turu Tangi Studio)

Salon Gue Aje by Tahlia Salima Motik (Illusory Films & Benteng Air Production)

Thematic & Collaborative Programs:

Emergency Broadcast, Herstory, Fantasea, Classique

Collaborations: Made in Hong Kong, Clermont-Ferrand ISFF, Dutch Bioscoop, Layar Indonesiana, Refleksi 20 Tahun Reza Rahadian, Sekolah VR, and more

Industry & Talent Development: JFWNET–Industry Program

Backed by the Ministry of Culture’s MTN Cultural Arts Program, JFWNET supports talent through:

Producers Lab, Pitching Forum, Masterclasses (Music Scoring, Directing), Industry Talks (Co-production, Festivals, Genres), Talents Hub – for cross-border collaboration.

Producers Network & Festival Meeting

Ahmad Mahendra, Director General at the Ministry of Culture, noted the alignment with national priorities in fostering sustainable, structured artistic growth.

Festival Ambassador: Claresta Taufan

Rising star Claresta Taufan, acclaimed for Maryam: Janji dan Jiwa yang Terikat and Pangku, takes on the role of Festival Ambassador. Recently awarded the Rising Star Award at BIFF 2025, she brings fresh enthusiasm and visibility to the festival.